Faraaz as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Faraaz

What is the meaning of the name Faraaz ?

The baby name Faraaz is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /fəˈrɑːz/ or /fɑːˈrɑːz/ (fuh-RAHZ or fah-RAHZ).

Faraaz is Persian in Origin.

Faraaz is a masculine given name of Persian (Farsi) origin, from farāz (فراز), meaning “height, elevation, ascent,” and by extension “eminence” or “exalted.” Through Persian literary influence, the name entered Urdu and is used among South Asian Muslim communities; it also appears in Arabic-speaking contexts as a borrowed form.

In modern usage, Faraaz/Faraz gained visibility through Urdu poetry and popular culture; the celebrated Pakistani poet Ahmad Faraz helped familiarise the word as a symbol of lofty ideals. Contemporary bearers include Indian actor Faraaz Khan and Bangladeshi student Faraaz Ayaaz Hossain, memorialized for courage. Common variants and spellings include Faraz (most widespread), Firaaz, and the transliterated Farāz; related surnames also occur. The name suggests aspirations, aiming high, and moral stature, making it a favored choice across Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and diaspora communities in the Gulf, U.K., and North America.